Will I lose child benefit when if I move in with my partner?

doni

I currently claim child benefit for my children. If I move in together with my partner (who is not their dad) - he earns over £60k - will this mean I will no longer be eligible to claim?

poppy12345

doni said:

I currently claim child benefit for my children. If I move in together with my partner (who is not their dad) - he earns over £60k - will this mean I will no longer be eligible to claim?

You will be classed as couple, regardless of him not being their father. Details here. https://www.moneyadviceservice.org.uk/en/articles/changes-to-child-benefit-from-2013#either-you-or-your-partner-earns-between-£50000-and-£60000-per-year

Any other benefits you may already be claiming will also be affected if you move in together.